Deakin (musician)

Deakin
Deakin performing a solo set in September 2010
Background information
Birth name	Joshua Caleb Dibb
Also known as	Conrad Deacon, Deacon, Sweet James, Deaken
Born	(1978-01-06) January 6, 1978 (age 46) Orange, California, United States
Occupation(s)	Musician, carpenter
Instruments	Guitar vocals synthesizer percussion drum machine electronics bass
Years active	1995–present
Labels	Paw Tracks FatCat Domino Catsup Plate St. Ives UAAR
Website	www.myspace.com/deakin

Joshua Caleb Dibb (born January 6, 1978), also known by his moniker Deakin, is an American musician who co-founded the experimental pop band Animal Collective. He is the most infrequent member of the collective appearing on only seven of the group's twelve studio albums. In 2016, he made his solo debut with the album Sleep Cycle. He also occasionally works as a carpenter during musical down time.